Raja Ali Haji

Raja Ali Haji (1808–1873) was a poet, historian and writer.

Also recorded as Raja Ali Haji bin Raja Haji Ahmad; Raja Ali Haji ibn Raja Ahmad.

Overview

Born at Penyengat Island in 1808, died at Penyengat Island in 1873.

In detail

the recorded working language is Malay.

Works named in the authority record are Bustan al-Katibin, Syair Abdul Muluk and Tuhfat al-Nafis.

Distinctions recorded are National Hero of Indonesia.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

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    “Raja Ali Haji”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q7285389: Raja Ali Haji

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